Paralegal - Insurance Defense (Remote - Pennsylvania)

Allstate Foundation; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Remote; USD 39,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tech setup provided

Connectivity reimbursement

Job summary

Allstate is seeking a Paralegal Specialist for a fully remote role to support the Litigation Services team. You will handle pleadings, discovery, medical record reviews, and coordination with clients and vendors, contributing to successful insurance defense outcomes.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years as a paralegal in civil litigation, preferably in bodily injury or third‑party liability, with knowledge of Pennsylvania practices and e‑filing. A PA paralegal credential is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a paralegal in insurance defense is preferred.
• Experience with bodily injury and third‑party liability claims is preferred.
• Familiarity with Pennsylvania litigation practices and e‑filing is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation files from inception through resolution, including trial, arbitration, and mediation preparation.
• Draft, review, file, and serve pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents for attorney review and approval.
• Prepare and manage written discoveries, including drafting discovery requests and responses and coordinating document production.
• Review, organize, summarize, and maintain medical records, billing records, and other case-related documentation.
• Assist attorneys in evaluating injury-related claims through detailed review and analysis of medical records and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, medical providers, expert witnesses, vendors, and opposing counsel to support case progression.
• Schedule and coordinate depositions, IMEs, expert witnesses, and other litigation-related events.
• Prepare exhibits, case summaries, witness files, and other materials in support of hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Handle electronic filing and service of legal documents in accordance with applicable court rules and procedures.
• Monitor case deadlines, court requirements, and litigation calendars to ensure timely and compliant case management.

Skills

Attorney Support

Case Preparation

Court Filings

Legal Analysis

Legal Discovery

Legal Writing

Litigation

Education

Paralegal certification

Tools

Legal Software

Job description

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life's uncertainties. And for more than 90 years, our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers' evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.

Job Description

Join Allstate's Litigation Services team as a Paralegal Specialist, where your contributions will be essential to delivering strong legal outcomes and exceptional service to our clients. This fully remote role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys on insurance defense matters, including bodily injury and third-party liability claims. You'll take ownership of key aspects of the litigation process, including drafting pleadings and motions, managing discovery, coordinating with clients and vendors, reviewing medical records, and supporting attorneys through trial preparation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage litigation files from inception through resolution, including trial, arbitration, and mediation preparation.
• Draft, review, file, and serve pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents for attorney review and approval.
• Prepare and manage written discoveries, including drafting discovery requests and responses and coordinating document production.
• Review, organize, summarize, and maintain medical records, billing records, and other case-related documentation.
• Assist attorneys in evaluating injury-related claims through detailed review and analysis of medical records and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, medical providers, expert witnesses, vendors, and opposing counsel to support case progression.
• Schedule and coordinate depositions, independent medical examinations (IMEs), expert witness activities, and other litigation-related events.
• Prepare exhibits, case summaries, witness files, and other materials in support of hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Handle electronic filing and service of legal documents in accordance with applicable court rules and procedures.
• Monitor case deadlines, court requirements, and litigation calendars to ensure timely and compliant case management.

Minimum Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in insurance defense, bodily injury, or civil litigation.
• Experience supporting litigation involving bodily injury and/or third-party liability claims preferred.
• Strong understanding of legal procedures, including pleadings, discovery, motions, court filings, and trial preparation.
• Familiarity with Pennsylvania litigation practices and electronic court filing systems is strongly preferred
• Experience drafting discovery responses, discovery requests, and motion-related documents.
• Experience reviewing and summarizing medical records and supporting injury-related claims evaluation.
• Experience coordinating clients, vendors, medical providers, and expert witnesses throughout the litigation process.
• Experience managing high-volume caseloads in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education

• Must meet all applicable paralegal certification, registration, or licensure requirements as defined by Pennsylvania state.

Explore the Benefits of Joining Allstate's Client Legal Services:

• Exceptional Work-Life Balance: At Allstate, we understand the importance of achieving harmony between work and personal life. Our in-house litigation roles provide more predictable schedules and flexibility, allowing you to excel professionally while maintaining balance.

• Holistic Understanding of the Business: As part of the Allstate legal team, you'll gain insight into business operations, objectives, and culture-allowing you to align your work to broader company priorities.

• Direct Client Collaboration: Partner closely with internal stakeholders and business units, strengthening relationships and delivering proactive legal support.

• Strategic Influence and Impact: Contribute to risk management and business decisions through your legal expertise and case insights.

• Diverse Legal Experience: Exposure to a wide range of litigation matters and related legal work supports continued learning and growth.

• Professional Growth Opportunities: Access to development tools, mentorship, and advancement.

Skills

Attorney Support, Case Preparation, Court Filings, Legal Analysis, Legal Discovery, Legal Document Preparation, Legal Documents, Legal Pleadings, Legal Software, Legal Strategies, Legal Support, Legal Writing, Litigation

Compensation

Compensation offered for this role is 28.03 - 42.99 per hour and is based on experience and qualifications.

The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

Joining our team isn't just a job - it's an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger - a winning team making a meaningful impact.

Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.

Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.

Allstate provides a comprehensive technology setup, including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse. Employees eligible to work from home also receive a monthly connectivity reimbursement to help offset internet costs.

When working from home, you must have a dedicated, private workspace free from distractions, along with appropriate desk and seating. Reliable internet is required, with minimum speeds of 50 MB download and 5 MB upload.

To help create a more personal and engaging experience, we ask that you join with your camera on if your interview is virtual. Please also have a Valid Photo Identification available at the start of your interview.

Note: Internal candidates are only asked to join on video; a Valid Photo Identification is not needed for the interview.

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